How far is Albertville, MN from Burnsville, MN?
The driving distance from Albertville, MN to Burnsville, MN is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albertville and Burnsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albertville and Burnsville.
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Start on the route
26 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto 60th Street Northeast
63 m · 12 sec · 60th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Main Avenue Northeast
59 m · 9 sec · Main Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto 61st Street Northeast
940 ft · 19 sec · 61st Street Northeast
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Take the ramp right toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
13.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
21.9 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea
1038 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea
2054 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 North
1006 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
2721 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Nicollet Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · Nicollet Avenue South
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Continue on Nicollet Avenue South
88 m · 13 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nicollet Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albertville and Burnsville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 494 South
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21.9 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Albertville and Sunny near Burnsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albertville to Burnsville?
The road trip is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Plymouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.5 miles from Albertville and 22.8 miles from Burnsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.71 one way or $11.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Albertville and Sunny near Burnsville.
Stop Ideas Near Plymouth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Plymouth.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albertville and Burnsville. Straight-line distance: 37.33 mi (60.07 km).
#1 Albertville
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 7,547 |
| Coordinates | 45.2377400, -93.6544100 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burnsville
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 62,170 |
| Coordinates | 44.7677400, -93.2777200 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicollet Avenue South (-93.277664, 44.76774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.27 | $12.55 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.03 | $14.05 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.78 | $15.56 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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